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Set Posts and Pour Initial Concrete

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What happens here

Carefully lower the first welded post into one of the pre-dug 36-inch diameter holes. Use a tape measure to confirm the spacing between the center of the first post and the intended center of the second post, aiming for a range of 76 to 82 inches. Adjust the post's position as needed. Both holes have accumulated some groundwater; pour at least one 80-pound bag of Quikrete High Strength Concrete Mix directly into the first hole. Use a tamping post to mix the dry concrete mix with the existing water in the hole, ensuring a consistent slurry. Continue adding concrete mix and mixing until the hole is adequately filled. Repeat this process for the second post, ensuring both are plumb (vertically straight) using a level and correctly spaced.

Goal: Secure posts in holes with initial concrete mix, ensuring correct spacing and vertical alignment.

Tools and materials

  • 25-inch Stanley Level Stanley — Ensuring posts are perfectly vertical (plumb) on two planes
  • Dust Mask — Protecting against concrete dust inhalation
  • Measuring Tape — Measuring the distance between posts
  • Tamping Post — Mixing concrete in the hole and tamping it down
  • Welded Post with Angle Iron — The main support structure being installed